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Electric shock
Electric shock
Disease overview
Electric shock, commonly known as "electrocution," occurs when a certain amount of current passes through the human body, causing varying degrees of tissue damage, organ dysfunction, or sudden death....
Detailed description
Electric shock, commonly known as "electrocution," occurs when a certain amount of current passes through the human body, causing varying degrees of tissue damage, organ dysfunction, or sudden death. It can be classified into three types: electrical injury, electrical burn, and lightning injury.
This condition is more common in adolescent males and those working with electricity. It is more prevalent in summer and autumn, with a high incidence from June to September. The incidence in rural areas is significantly higher than in urban areas.
Mild cases may only present with painful muscle contractions, fright, pallor, headache, dizziness, and palpitations. Severe cases can lead to loss of consciousness, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest.
Disease information
Disease name
Electric shock
English name
Electric shock
Category
Surgery
Subcategory
Plastic Surgery
Related departments
Plastic Surgery
Burns Department
7
Related hospitals
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